Best starting base locations in ARK Scorched Earth Ascended

Choosing the right place for my base is of key importance in ARK Survival Ascended, and making the wrong choice can render my survival efforts insignificant. To help you start your game off on the right foot, here are the best starting base locations in ARK Scorched Earth Ascended.

Best starting base locations in ARK Survival Ascended Scorched Earth - Map and coordinates

These locations stand out thanks to their proximity to resources, wind percentage and the protection capabilities. They're also not as populated with dangerous animals and have plenty of flat surfaces to bring your base designs to life, giving you a head start in the game.

Starting base #1 - Coordinates 59.9, 54

RIght next to the river I found lots of flat surfaces that make for great starting bases. You'll find plenty of oil, metal and water close to these coordinates, and there's a decent wind percentage as well, which lets me build wind turbines to collect electricity and power my base.

Starting base #2 - Coordinates 67, 60.9

This starting base spot is close to both a river and a Water Well, giving you the option to craft a water tap. The rocks towering above these coordinates are rich in crystals and obsidian, and you can build your base against the rock for extra protection.

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Starting base #3 - Coordinates 55.8, 62.8

A bit further to the North, I found yet another flat surface area rich with building opportunities. This area boasts a wind percentage of 65; it's close to a body of water and placed right next to a giant rock rich with minerals. You can't go wrong here.

Starting base #4 - Coordinates 41.3, 53.8

The fourth base location on this list is a bit further north, and it is also close to the river. This base location is closest to the center of the map, with a nearby natural canyon bridge that provides a fantastic view. With decent wind power, a region rich in oil veins, and Rex spawning nearby, you'll be able to tame some dinos and build yourself a fantastic hideout.

Starting base #5 - Coordinates 74.3, 69.7

Arguably the best-looking spot on this list, these coordinates lie hidden underneath the giant red rock formation south of the river. The mountains are close by, and the wind percentage of 65 is enough to yield plenty of electricity. If you're in the mood for hunting and taming, the desert is just around the corner.

Starting base #6 - Coordinates 72.1, 59.9

This base location has the best wind percentage, sitting at a whopping 100 percent. If you can get to these coordinates faster than other players, you'll have a base nestled near dunes but far from danger. The river is close to the west, and there are lots of flat surfaces to let your creative juices flow.

Starting base #7 - Coordinates 80.7, 40.7

In these coordinates lies an abandoned fortress ready to take the next occupant. The walls protect while giving you an extra flat surface to build upon the foundations. The distance to a body of water is the only problem, which I solved by installing water tanks and visiting nearby wells. A wind percentage of 80 gives you a vast power surplus, making this the ultimate spot!

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